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Pet sitter instructions template

Bring multiple pets, feeding, care, behaviour, supplies and contacts into one clear handover.

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What to include in pet sitter instructions

Use the guided questions to turn the routines you know by heart into a brief another person can follow. This version works for one pet or a mixed household and keeps each pet's details clear.

What this pet care template covers

The generator brings the practical details for everyday care into one readable handover.

  • Each pet's name, type, temperament and individual care notes
  • Feeding, fresh water, treats and familiar daily routines
  • Medication instructions copied from the current vet or product label
  • Behaviour, household boundaries and known safety concerns
  • Clearly labelled supply locations and useful backup contacts

What to prepare before you start

A few items beside you will make the brief quicker to complete and easier to check.

  • The food packaging or written feeding plan you already follow
  • Current medication labels and your regular vet's contact details
  • A backup contact who knows your pets and can help locally
  • A quick list of where food, leads, litter and cleaning supplies are kept
  • Any recent routine changes that your chosen sitter has not seen

Details owners commonly forget

Small details often answer the sitter's most urgent questions.

  • Which pets must be fed separately
  • What normal behaviour looks like when you are away
  • Where spare food and waste supplies are kept
  • Which doors, windows or shared spaces need extra care
  • Who to contact if you cannot be reached
Fictional example

Rowan and Pip's weekend handover

This made-up example shows the level of detail that is useful without becoming overwhelming.

Feeding
Rowan eats in the kitchen; Pip eats in the utility room so neither swaps bowls.
Routine
Fresh water after breakfast, quiet time after lunch and play before the evening meal.
Safety
Pip hides behind the armchair when the doorbell rings. Give her space and check again later.

From answers to a usable handover

How to copy, print or share your brief

  1. 1

    Check the preview

    Resolve important missing-detail prompts and make sure each instruction is attached to the right pet or household task.

  2. 2

    Copy or print

    Copy the plain-language brief, print a paper copy or use the browser's print screen to save a PDF.

  3. 3

    Share only when ready

    Use the finished copy directly, or choose the invited-owner flow to review an import before anything is uploaded.

Copy the finished brief into a message or document, print it, or save it as a PDF. Invited owners can choose to review and import the local draft before creating an expiring live brief; nothing is uploaded just by filling in this tool.

Ready-made printable templates

Download an A4 or US Letter PDF

Choose the warm SitSorted version or a black-and-white layout for economical printing. The completed example is fictional.

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Helpful answers

Frequently asked questions

Is this pet sitter instructions template free?

Yes. You can complete, preview, copy and print the brief without registering or paying.

Can I include more than one pet?

Yes. Add each pet separately so feeding, routine, medication and behaviour notes stay attached to the right animal.

Where is my draft stored?

The draft stays in this browser and expires after 30 days without activity. SitSorted does not receive the field values unless an invited owner signs in, reviews the draft and explicitly confirms an import.

Can I use this for a friend, relative or neighbour?

Yes. The brief is for someone you have already chosen, whether they are a friend, family member, neighbour or professional sitter.

Does the template replace veterinary advice?

No. Record only the current instructions supplied by your vet or shown on the medication label, and contact a veterinary professional with health questions.

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